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Severe storms, tornado threat to stretch across a dozen states through Easter

Day after day of severe weather will focus on portions of the central United States through the Easter weekend. The strongest storms will pack high winds, large hail and tornadoes.

NBC News · 13h

Severe storms threaten large parts of U.S. over Easter weekend

Five million people are at risk of storms Thursday across eastern Nebraska, northern Missouri, most of Iowa and southern Minnesota.

USA TODAY on MSN · 19h

Storms and rain to swamp much of US over Easter holiday weekend

The most worrisome rain and storms are heading for the central United States, but much of the nation will see rain as Easter approaches.

Puerto Rico, Easter

Fox News on MSN · 21h

Puerto Rico hit with massive island-wide blackout ahead of Easter weekend

A massive island-wide blackout hit the U.S. territory of Puerto Rico midday Wednesday as residents were preparing for the Easter weekend.

USA TODAY on MSN · 18h

Crews work to restore power amid massive Puerto Rico blackout ahead of Easter holiday

Puerto Rico has long dealt with chronic power infrastructure issues, with the last major blackout on New Year's Eve taking days to resolve.

CBS News · 17h

Much of Puerto Rico still without power after island-wide pre-Easter blackout

Crews were reported to be making progress restoring power to Puerto Rico after an island-wide blackout that affected the main international airport, several hospitals, and hotels filled with Easter vacationers.

Good Friday, Easter and Holy Week

azcentral.com on MSN · 15h

What is Good Friday? Here's what to know about the meaning of the Easter weekend holiday

Good Friday is a Holy Week celebration before Easter. But what does it mean? Here's what to know, plus whether banks and post offices will close.

TODAY · 8h

Is the stock market open on Good Friday? What to know ahead of Easter weekend

Along with the above holidays, Good Friday is also observed by the U.S. markets, which means that on Friday, April 18, all major U.S. stock markets will be closed and there will be no trading hours. U.S. bond markets observe the same holiday schedule as the stock market, so they will also be closed on Good Friday 2025.

USA TODAY on MSN · 6h

What is Good Friday? What to know about holy day observed by Christians worldwide

Two days before Easter, Christians worldwide will observe Good Friday, one of the most somber days of the religion's year. Here's what to know.

Pope on jail visit before Easter

Newsweek on MSN · 14h

Pope Francis Asked How He's Doing Before Easter, Gives 7-Word Answer

Pope Francis gave his first public comments since falling ill before his visit to Rome's Regina Caeli prison on Holy Thursday.

Associated Press · 13h

Pope Francis visits prison in Rome ahead of Easter

Wyoming News · 14h

Pope says doing 'best he can' on jail visit before Easter

A still-convalescing Pope Francis said Thursday he was doing "as best I can" as he visited inmates at Rome's central jail before Easter.

16h

White House will roll out 30,000 eggs for Easter event - and no, it won’t raise your grocery store prices

The American Egg Board said it would donate 30,000 eggs to the event – a tradition it has participated in for nearly 50 years ...

19h

Are banks, post offices, UPS and FedEx open on Easter 2025? Here's what to know

Easter is quickly approaching and while most grocery store and fast food chains will be open on the holiday, that might not ...

When was the first Easter egg hunt? Where did the Easter Bunny come from?

The first Easter egg hunt is believed to have taken place in Germany around the 17th century. Martin Luther, a Protestant ...

WFRV Green Bay on MSN11h

Easter 2025: Which stores, restaurants will be open?

Whether you forgot to grab the eggs for the Easter hunt or need a bite to eat, several stores and restaurants will be open on ...

Trump hosts faith leaders for Easter prayer dinner, slams effort to rid America of Christian principles

President Donald Trump participated in an Easter prayer service and dinner Wednesday night with several members of various ...

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Easter Is the Best Time To See These National Parks—Here's Why

Experts reveal the best U.S. national parks to visit around Easter, from a tranquil island escape to vibrant wildflower bloom ...

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Easter Jeep Safari 2025: Introducing 7 stunning Jeep concept vehicles you can't miss

Seven wild Jeep concept vehicles have been created by the Stellantis brand this year. See how Jeep describes them.

What’s closed on Easter 2025? Here are all the stores, mail delivery services and more closed on April 20

While some stores will stay open on Easter Sunday 2025, several popular retailers will be closed. That includes Best Buy, ...

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